Strengthening brick gable-ended roofs
Brick gable-ended roofs should be diagonally braced to prevent out-of-plane movement in an earthquake. It could make the difference between a home that remains liveable and one that does not.
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Dragon ties revisited
By Roger Shelton – 1 February 2021, Build 182
While the use of dragon ties in New Zealand residential construction has decreased over recent decades, they remain a simple and cost-effective method to provide bracing solutions to larger rooms. However, BRANZ helpline queries suggest there is still some confusion around when they should be used.
Corrosion rates in vented roof cavities
By Stephan Rupp – 1 December 2021, Build 187
BRANZ research has provided reassuring results for those wanting to add passive ventilation in roof cavities to counter condensation. Corrosion of metal fixings inside the roof space remains low, even in extreme marine environments.
Slowing the flow
By Ann Galloway – 1 April 2021, Build 183
On-site stormwater management for new developments is now a requirement in many jurisdictions. This is what you need to know about options such as detention and retention tanks, soak pits and pervious paving.
High-performance details
By Jason Quinn, Elrond Burrell – 1 February 2021, Build 182
A handbook of high thermal performance construction details due for release by mid-2021 will be indispensable to New Zealand architects and designers as well as builders, suppliers and consenting officials.
Building work to help create safer homes
By Martin Connell – 1 June 2021, Build 184
When builders are on site to carry out home renovations or repairs, it is a good time to suggest strengthening the property’s earthquake resistance with actions ranging from removing chimneys to securing the foundations.
SIPs for faster construction
By Anna Walsh, David Carradine – 1 October 2021, Build 186, Feature article
Building systems that include higher levels of prefabrication and off-site manufacture are potential solutions to New Zealand’s urgent housing need. Current research will give a better overall understanding of the performance of sips in New Zealand.
Reducing noise from heat pumps
By Alide Elkink – 1 December 2021, Build 187
Noisy heat pump outdoor units can rattle the neighbours, especially for those living in higher-density housing. There are, however, some straightforward steps to minimise unwelcome sounds.
Industry undergoes change
By Bruce Duggan – 1 October 2021, Build 186
This fourth part of a series on the history of the Licensed Building Practitioners Scheme looks at some of the changes implemented in the building industry and the impacts these had.
Updated design requirements for new schools
By Ministry of Education – 1 April 2021, Build 183, Feature article
Updated weathertightness requirements for designing new school buildings have recently been released by the Ministry of Education. These include the knowledge and expertise gained from remediation projects.
